Granit Xhaka: Arsenal Hardman With a Heart of Gold

He is known for his tough tackling and his thunderous shots, but there is much more to Granit Xhaka than meets the eye.

Watch the story of how the Arsenal midfielder and Julian became friends after the amazing little boy with Down Syndrome was a mascot back in 2015. The pair continue to motivate each other as Xhaka reveals the impact the youngster has had on his life.

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